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Pile Reinforcing Cage Plunging

The team have implemented a way of plunging the reinforcement for the bearing piles which significantly reduces the workload for the following trades and reduced waste steel being produced, along with making the works on site safer and quicker. Traditionally pile reinforcement would be installed into the pile with the top of the reinforcement finishing level with the piling platform….

Self-Climbing Robot used to Natigate Elevator Shafts

This contractor is using Schindler R.I.S.E, which is a self-climbing robot designed to navigate elevator shafts independently while installing components with precision and speed. Equipped with tools to drill holes and install anchor bolts, Schindler R.I.S.E significantly reduces human involvement in this part of the construction process, removing workers from the noisy, repetitive, and dusty tasks of drilling and setting…

Breakaway Hi-Vis Vest

This contractor implemented a breakaway hi-vis vest which has been introduced as mandatory for all machine operators. This item pulls apart if caught on a moving part such as the controls, a door or similar. This vest will help to prevent injuries and accidents caused by ‘caught’ clothing on machinery or moving parts and will help reduce injuries and accidents…

Under Vehicle Jet Wash Attachment

This contractors introduced a purpose-built jet wash attachment designed specifically to clean the underside of vehicles. It enables thorough cleaning before services and MOT’s, as well as for general maintenance. The attachment is easy to install and operate, making it suitable for use across fleet depots, service centers, and construction sites. Traditional vehicle cleaning methods often neglect the undercarriage, leading…

Use of GRP Pipes in Steel Viaducts

This contractor replaced traditional PE100 pipes with Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) pipes in steel viaducts. GRP is a newly emerging material that offers superior structural performance, allowing for longer unsupported spans. As a result, the number of pipe hangers required has been reduced from 211 to 102, with supports now only needed at the level of the transoms (transversal beams)…

Sustainable Brick Slip Panelised System

This contractor is using a lightweight, panelised brick facade system that replicates the appearance of traditional brickwork while delivering significant performance and sustainable advantages. Manufactured without kilns, the panels combine cement, aggregate and other materials producing a class A1 non-combustible, visually identical to a brick. The system reduces wall build up, improves thermal performance and can be installed faster and…

The CAGE Hybrid Gas Engine

The CAGE Hybrid Gas Engine (HGE) is a novel generator technology developed and trialled on this construction site. It enables seamless switching between hydrogen, LPG, and (potentially) biomethane fuels, providing a flexible, low-emission alternative to traditional diesel generators. The system is designed for easy integration with site battery storage units and can be optimised for different gas fuels at the…

Electronic Marker System Marker Balls

This contractor replaced traditional caution tape methods with EMS (Electronic Marker System) marker balls to enhance the identification and traceability of underground services. Each marker ball is filled with a liquid that emits a signal containing key information, such as depth, service type, and surrounding conditions, which can be detected by a CAT (Cable Avoidance Tool) user. This system is…

Bluetooth Concrete Sensors

This contractor is using the Hilti HCS T1 Bluetooth-enabled sensor that monitors in-situ concrete temperature and maturity to determine real-time strength. Unlike similar solutions, this is compact, easy to install, and requires no hubs or complex setup. It provides instant digital data through the Hilti app, enabling faster, safer decision-making on-site while ensuring full traceability and ASTM-compliant accuracy. This makes…

Spiral Flush Piling Technique

A new method of piling was used on this project to enable the piling with extraction to be carried out in very close vicinity to homes and businesses. This method stops any over drilling needed, any escaping air which could cause localised damage, dust and flying debris. Previous methods used were causing too much noise and vibrations causing damage to…

Murb Transportable Wind Turbine

A rapidly deployable, transportable wind turbine was developed by Murcott Energy, in conjunction with Network Rail and South Rail Systems Alliance (SRSA). This device aims to offer renewable energy to remote railway worksites that otherwise would have typically relied on diesel generators for power. The Murb Wind Turbine is currently being trialled at their site at Old Oak Common. The…

Intellicone

This contractor has used the latest incursion technology, the Intellicone, to ensure workforce safety, while ensuring minimal disruption to a local ambulance station. The Ambulance service were appreciative of this initiative and commented: “Overnight access went smoothly yet again and appreciated the swift removal of the traffic management ahead of advertised time. Very minimal delay to the Ambulance Service.” The…

Future Proofing Foundations for Reuse

This contractor is implementing long-term structural and geotechnical monitoring to enhance the value of the constructed piles. Fibre optics have been installed in piles and columns over a land and marine environment and soil sensors grouted in beneath the concrete basement slab and pile caps to measure ground bearing pressures. This use of the technology has not been used before…

Disperse Digital Construction

On this project they have been using Disperse, which is an AI progress tracking system and 360 degree image recognition system capturing site images from a fixed location on a weekly basis. It enables automated progress tracking, detailed reporting, and long-term data retention to support post construction management. Disperse has transformed team collaboration on the project by breaking down information…

Biochar Concrete – Whale on the Wharf

The Whale on the Wharf is a four-storey breaching whale sculpture installed at this project. This transformed ocean plastic into art to raise awareness about marine pollution. Beyond its symbolic meaning, it integrates cutting-edge sustainable engineering notably the use of biochar concrete, an emerging low-carbon construction material. Biochar stores up to 85% biogenic carbon, acting as a carbon sink that…

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